Project Management Professional (PMP) — Question 1085

A project manager has been managing an agile project for 6 months. Over the last two iterations, the team velocity has decreased due to a new technology that was needed for the product.

What should the project manager do to continue with the delivery plan and return to the expected velocity?

Answer options

• A. Seek sponsor approval for additional funding to hire new team members, increasing the capacity of the team and compensating for the productivity lost with the new technology.
• B. Replace poorly performing team members with more experienced members, setting an example of accountability for the team.
• C. Use retrospectives to better understand the new technology's impact on the schedule, map the skill gaps, and adjust the team accordingly.
• D. Reevaluate the backlog by looking for high-value/low-effort items, and negotiate a new minimum viable product (MVP) strategy with key stakeholders.

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is C, as using retrospectives allows the team to analyze the effects of the new technology and identify necessary adjustments to skills. Option A may not address the root cause, while B could disrupt team dynamics, and D, although useful, does not directly tackle the issue of the team's velocity with the new technology.